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Retail
Shein and Authentic Brands Partner on Co-Branded Forever 21 Collection
October 27, 2023

Fast-fashion platform Shein and brand portfolio owner Authentic Brands Group have formed a partnership that will bring the Forever 21 brand to Shein’s platform. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

eCommerce
Walmart and Amazon Use AI in Battle for Third-Party Sellers
October 27, 2023

Amazon and Walmart aren’t just battling for the eCommerce crown. They’re also locked in an artificial intelligence (AI) rivalry to woo third-party sellers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Retail
How a Farmers Market Experience for Pets is Driving Sales
October 27, 2023

Pet parents today have elevated their expectations when it comes to caring for their furry companions. Beyond mere ownership, pets are now considered beloved family members, and as such, their care and well-being have taken center stage.   Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Retail
Consumers Blurring Lines Between In-Store and Online Grocery Shopping
October 27, 2023

Consumers are buying their groceries both online and in-store, a phenomenon known as hybrid purchasing, and this reality is set to upend retailers’ strategies. According to the “Changes in grocery shopping habits and perceptions,” a PYMNTS Intelligence study, 39% of U.S. grocery consumers shopped groceries...

Regulation
Companies Need to Be ‘Adaptive’ and ‘Curious’ in 2024 as Regulations Loom
October 27, 2023

Kathryn McCall, chief legal and compliance officer at Trustly, said that as 2023 gives way to 2024, there are a few simple truths governing payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

B2B Payments
CFOs See Instant Payments as ‘Cash Management’ Tool
October 27, 2023

The last few months have been ones of marked change for B2B payments, and the rise of embedded finance points the way for what’s to come in 2024 and beyond. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Payments Innovation
Plaid Says Consumer-Centric Innovation Will Power Money Movement
October 27, 2023

The year 2023 has been one of the biggest yet for innovation across the payments landscape. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily...

Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index Loses 4.7% as Platforms Lead to the Downside
October 27, 2023

The platforms led the FinTech IPO Index 4.7% lower this past week, as the year-to-date gains have been winnowed down to about 16%. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Retail
Hasbro Revamps Games for Cost Efficiency, Including Jenga 
October 26, 2023

Hasbro, the toy manufacturer, is echoing Barbie-maker Mattel in cautioning that the upcoming holiday season might be lackluster, reflecting a trend of cautious consumer spending during this crucial period for retailers.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...